Airport Comparison
| IDA | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Idaho Falls Regional Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | IDA | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KIDA | NZWN |
| City | Idaho Falls | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Boise | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 4,744 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.510000, -112.070000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Idaho Falls (IDA) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) in Idaho Falls, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,926 kilometers (7,411 miles / 6,440 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:20 in Idaho Falls, it's 10:20 in Wellington. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,703 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Idaho Falls Regional Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Idaho Falls (IDA) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.